contentment

[kuhn-tent-muhnt]

noun

1. the state of being contented; content; contented; satisfaction; ease of mind.

2. Archaic.,  the act of making contentedly satisfied.

Other Word Forms

• overcontentment noun
• precontentment noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of contentment¹

First recorded in 1400–50; late Middle English contentement, from Middle French; content ² ( def. ), -ment ( def. )

Synonym Study

See happiness.

Example Sentences

In an album that's largely concerned with contentment, the regret and sadness hit doubly hard.

From BBC

This season, as one of Arisu’s clients, Kuina is practically glowing with joy and contentment in a chunky sweater and jeans, but still with her signature dreadlocks.

From Salon

The films haven’t shaken their contentment and “The Grand Finale” brings another uplifting arrival for the pair.

From Los Angeles Times

I was never able to settle my nervous system, find contentment with anyone or take care of my interior life.

From Los Angeles Times

To get to and from the wall, visitors will need to walk through the avenue of hugs, described as representing "unspoken emotions of love and contentment".

From BBC

Related Words

• complacency 
• fulfillment 
• gratification 
• pleasure 
• satisfaction 
• serenity